Identity
| Producer | Castellare di Castellina |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 90% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo, 5% Ciliegiolo |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | intense and lively ruby red |
| Aroma | floral scents of violet, fruity notes of cherry, with a mineral hint |
| Palate | immediate freshness and sapidity dominate the mid-palate, with a rich and dense structure and aristocratic power |
| Finish | pleasant finish with fragrant fruity notes and well-integrated dense tannins |
| Food Pairing | recommended with grilled meat dishes such as Chianina steak, game, and aged cheeses |
| Aging Potential | good aging potential, suitable for several years of cellaring |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation; aging 12-18 months in barriques (20% new French oak); minimum 12 months bottle aging |
| Fermentation | fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with maceration and remontage |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 350-400 meters |
| Soil | mixed soil of calcareous marl, galestro and some clay |
| Vine Age | between 7 and over 45 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | hand-picked grapes in the second half of October |
Interesting facts
| The Poggiale Riserva is the cru of Chianti Classico from Castellare di Castellina, made from a single vineyard, consistently receiving top scores for elegance and typicity. |